Pipe Relining vs Traditional Pipe Replacements

Reasons why pipe relining rehabilitation is the superior method

Pipe relining is a relatively new technology in Australia, compared to the more traditional drain or sewer pipe replacement procedure that requires excavation, but there are very good reasons why it’s becoming popular among property owners who need work done on their existing plumbing systems.

Where does traditional plumbing fall short?

Though traditional plumbing and pipe relining have similar goals – basically, to get one’s pipes and plumbing infrastructure working again, there are baggage that the older technology has that the newer one doesn’t.

Digging

Traditional plumbing latter requires contractors to dig. This is a considerable concern when the location of the damaged pipes is under established buildings, gardens, and infrastructure. When major trenching is involved, property users and owners can expect their operations to be disrupted and the environment to be in disarray.

Very involved process

If you are in a hurry, the traditional method is not for you. Major plumbing works, especially in commercial buildings, require approval from the council or the water authority – this has to be lodged at least 20 days ahead to avoid delays. Water services are also required to inspect the site.

Site restoration takes time

After the plumbing issues have been addressed, the location will have to be filled and paved, covered up, or re-landscaped. Although paving or installing wooden floors may merely take a day or so, restoring a garden can even take longer than a few days.

High expense

Not only will clients have to expect to pay for the plumbing repair process, there are likely to be some notable cost add-ons to reinstate the site, especially if one wants to get it back to its former self.

Can be a dangerous process

Although contractors will adhere to safety measures, the risks of having an area where civilians pass, especially if the building is still in use during the process, excavated cannot be underscored.

Takes longer

Depending on the scope of the job, pipe relining can take up to 50% less time to complete than traditional planning. This means that the building or infrastructure’s operations can be reinstated far quicker than with traditional plumbing.

Advantages of trenchless pipe relining

Trenchless pipe repair (also known as pipe rehabilitation) has plenty of advantages over the older method of plumbing, making it the clear choice when it comes to a number of plumbing issues such as clearing blocked drains, patching up damaged pipes, and repairing the junctions where multiple pipes meet.

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4x stronger than PVC

The new pipe within your older one is non-corrosive and at least 4 times stronger and sturdier than the average PVC pipe.

Do-It-Yourself for small issues

It usually takes a plumbing professional to sort out blocked outside drains, but for minor stoppages, you can apply a little know-how and some elbow grease to unblock your external drain. Don’t know where to get started with how to fix a blocked drain? Here are a few tips:

Trace what’s causing the blockage

Before taking everything apart, you should know how to diagnose the problem. Luckily, the abovementioned list, “Common causes of blocked drains,” provides some ideas as to what the source of the issue might be, and where it’s likely coming from, so you can inspect it more thoroughly and then work on it, if it’s something you can handle.

Get ready to get your hands dirty

Cleaning outside drains requires manual labour, starting with making sure the grate – and every size of outside drain should have one- is clear of debris. To do so, unscrew the grate and try to get to the area drain with your gloved hands to pick out what might be obstructing the water’s flow. If you can’t reach in, you can use your drain rods, pipe snakes, or caustic soda or drain unblocker to extricate whatever’s causing the blockage.

Test the drain

After removing all debris, flush the drain with water and see if the water goes through normally. If the water slows or stops completely there may be a clog deeper down the line; if stronger water pressure doesn’t help, you may need to call in the professionals.

Still no flow? Contact the pros!

If all that hard work didn’t seem to budge what was blocking the drain, give us a call at 1300 512 737 and we’ll sort it out. Wilco Relining can solve any blockage with our step- by-step process.

How can Wilco Relining clear your tree root intrusions and blockages?

Wilco Relining provides services with fully-equipped plumbers who are familiar with different kinds of sewage systems, and can ably use our relining technology to solve any drain pipe problem - without having to dig anything up!

Step 1 - Inspect the damaged pipework

Wilco Relining’s company of plumbers is well-versed in diagnosing a wide variety of pipework problems, using inspection, plumbing locating, and testing tools, in addition to years of experience and know-how.

Step 2 - High-pressure jetblast the pipework

If a regular hose on its highest pressure settings didn’t work, jetblasting the pipes will do the trick! Wilco Relining will apply fast and powerful streams of water that will surely loosen roots and other stubborn blockages from your pipers.

Step 3 - Trenchless reline the pipework

Using our state-of-the-art pipe relining technology means we won’t have to dig on your property when we reline your pipes to fix the damages caused by the tree root intrusion and broken pipes.

Dig-up Repairs are a thing of the past

Thanks to trenchless pipe relining technology, traditional dig-up pipe repair and replacement are now outmoded. Why stick with the old method when the new one is tested, and comes with tailored benefits?

Quicker repairs

From diagnosing the plumbing issues with a scope and CCTV, to installing the lining technology and allowing for curing time, Wilco Relining’s cutting edge trenchless relining process, without a doubt, produces results quicker than the typical plumbing method.

Less Stress

Because there’s no digging involved, property owners can rest assured that there will be minimal disruption on their operations, less environmental impact, and less messes when they sign up for trenchless relining services. No digging also means there’s little to no need for so many contractors coming and going onsite, and restoring the area after the relining are not going to be major concerns.

Fewer Expenses

Dig-up repairs mean higher excavation, restoration, equipment, and labour expenses. This is significantly diminished with trenchless pipe repair, leading to more savings for clients.

Ready to discuss a job?

With a trenchless pipe relining technology endorsed by Sydney Water, you can be assured that we can help with any pipe relining needs you might have. Wilco Relining has the technology and expert manpower to address pipework and drain problems, whether big or small. Get in touch with us and we’ll connect you with one of experts. Let’s discuss!